2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2002 Maserati Spyder and 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 229 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 35 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Maserati Spyder | 2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spyder | CLK |
Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4253 cc | 2596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |