2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler 300. (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler 300. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2006 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2006 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 88 L |
