2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2002 Chevrolet Suburban and 2002 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 650 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2002 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
