2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, both 2002 Maserati Spyder and 2002 Rover 45 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 281 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 575 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 2002 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45, 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, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Maserati | Rover |
| Model | Spyder | 45 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 45 L |
