2003 Honda Inspire vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder

To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Inspire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Inspire would be higher. At 4,244 cc, 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Honda Inspire. (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Inspire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Honda Inspire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 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 2005 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Inspire, 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Inspire. (288 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Inspire.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Honda Inspire 2005 Maserati Spyder
Make Honda Maserati
Model Inspire Spyder
Year Released 2003 2005
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2997 cc 4244 cc
Horse Power 246 HP 385 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 288 Nm 451 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4500 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1540 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 40 L 88 L


 

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