2002 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2011 Honda Jazz is newer by 9 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 291 more horse power than 2011 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Jazz weights approximately 363 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, 2011 Honda Jazz, 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 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Spyder | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4253 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 80 mm |
| 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 | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
