2000 Ford Econoline vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2002 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Econoline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Econoline would be higher. At 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Econoline weights approximately 645 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Econoline. (338 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Econoline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Econoline | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Econoline | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Van | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2450 mm |
