2004 Maserati MC12 vs. 2010 Cadillac CTS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (270 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Cadillac CTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 421 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac CTS. (302 Nm @ 5700 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac CTS. 2010 Cadillac CTS has automatic transmission and 2004 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2004 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Cadillac CTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Maserati MC12 | 2010 Cadillac CTS | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | MC12 | CTS |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 622 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 302 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1756 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 68 L |