2009 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Maserati MC12
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati MC12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati MC12 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Maserati MC12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati MC12 (623 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 2009 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati MC12 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 126 kg more than 2005 Maserati MC12.
Because 2005 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 2005 Maserati MC12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord, 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, 2005 Maserati MC12 (652 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati MC12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2005 Maserati MC12 | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Accord | MC12 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 623 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 652 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2100 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |