2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2006 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2006 Maserati MC12 and 2006 Honda Civic 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 485 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Honda Civic, 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 477 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic 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. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2006 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | MC12 | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 50 L |
