2004 Audi S4 vs. 2002 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Audi S4 is newer by 2 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 50 more horse power than 2004 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Audi S4 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2002 Maserati Spyder.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Audi S4. (411 Nm). This means 2002 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi S4 | 2002 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | S4 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
