2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 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 287 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1284 kg more than 2004 Maserati MC12.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 622 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 88 L |
