2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2004 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Land Rover Discovery. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 441 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 723 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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. 2004 Land Rover Discovery will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2004 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Maserati | Land Rover |
| Model | MC12 | Discovery |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
