2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 and 2004 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 BMW X5. (355 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 BMW X5 (500 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | BMW | Maserati |
| Model | X5 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 87 L |
