2003 Maserati Spyder vs. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2003 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 270 kg more than 2003 Maserati Spyder.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder. (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Maserati Spyder | 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Spyder | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
