2006 Audi S4 vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, both 2006 Audi S4 and 2006 Maserati MC12 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 2006 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi S4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2006 Audi S4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi S4 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Audi S4 | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Audi | Maserati |
Model | S4 | MC12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |