2003 Jaguar R Coupe 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 Jaguar R Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Jaguar R Coupe would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 120 kg more than 2005 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 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | R Coupe | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 90 L |
