2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2006 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 2 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 319 kg more than 2006 Maserati MC12.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. (471 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina 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. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 2006 Maserati MC12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Lumina | MC12 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 623 HP |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 652 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1654 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 88 L |
