2003 Ford Expedition vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 1 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 680 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Expedition. (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Expedition. 2003 Ford Expedition 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. 2003 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Expedition | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4603 cc | 4253 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |