2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Maserati Spyder 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 262 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 128 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Passat. (310 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spyder | Passat |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
