2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2007 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2007 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 154 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 410 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.

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, 2007 Toyota Tundra, 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 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tundra. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tundra. 2007 Toyota Tundra 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. 2007 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Maserati Spyder 2007 Toyota Tundra
Make Maserati Toyota
Model Spyder Tundra
Year Released 2002 2007
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4253 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 236 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 451 Nm 361 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 2090 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5340 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3230 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L