2003 Lancia Thesis vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2003 Lancia Thesis 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 4,253 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (169 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
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, 2003 Lancia Thesis, 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lancia Thesis. (226 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lancia Thesis | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lancia | Maserati |
| Model | Thesis | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 90 L |
