2008 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati MC12 (622 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati MC12 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Focus | 2004 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Focus | MC12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 622 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 88 L |