2007 Infiniti QX56 vs. 2008 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Maserati MC12 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Infiniti QX56. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Infiniti QX56 would be higher. At 5,997 cc (2 cylinders), 2008 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (320 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2007 Infiniti QX56.
Because 2007 Infiniti QX56 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati MC12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti QX56 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Infiniti QX56. (533 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Infiniti QX56. 2007 Infiniti QX56 has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati MC12 has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati MC12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Infiniti QX56 | 2008 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
| Model | QX56 | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5552 cc | 5997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 623 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 533 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2100 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 28.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
