2003 Lexus IS 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 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Lexus IS 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 184 more horse power than 2003 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2003 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 140 kg more than 2003 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Lexus IS. (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lexus IS | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Lexus | Maserati |
| Model | IS | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4244 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 296 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |
