2005 Maserati MC12 vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati MC12 would be higher. 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 298 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Because 2009 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Impreza. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati MC12 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | MC12 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
