2005 Acura TL vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2005 Acura TL and 2005 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 278 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Because 2005 Maserati MC12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2005 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Acura TL | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | TL | MC12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 652 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 88 L |