2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2006 Maserati MC12 and 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 522 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (148 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Maserati MC12 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
Model | MC12 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 623 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 652 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |