2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Infiniti Q45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Infiniti Q45 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Infiniti Q45. (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Infiniti Q45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Infiniti | Maserati |
Model | Q45 | Spyder |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 87 L |