2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2003 Proton Juara
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Proton Juara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Proton Juara 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 553 more horse power than 2003 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2003 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Proton Juara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Proton Juara, 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, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2003 Proton Juara | |
| Make | Maserati | Proton |
| Model | MC12 | Juara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1094 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2400 mm |
