2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Maserati MC12 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 376 more horse power than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (247 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Because 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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 342 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Maserati | Porsche |
| Model | MC12 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 17.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 100 L |
