2006 Maserati MC12 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 4 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 457 more horse power than 2010 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 259 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
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, 2010 Honda Element, 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 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Element. 2010 Honda Element 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. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Maserati MC12 | 2010 Honda Element | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | MC12 | Element |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
