2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2006 Maserati MC12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 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 438 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | MC12 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
