2008 Maserati MC12 vs. 2008 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, both 2008 Maserati MC12 and 2008 Renault Vel Satis were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 448 more horse power than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 475 kg more than 2008 Maserati MC12.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Vel Satis, 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, 2008 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Vel Satis. 2008 Renault Vel Satis 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. 2008 Renault Vel Satis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Maserati MC12 | 2008 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | MC12 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 623 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2100 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 28.3 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
