2004 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 960 kg more than 2003 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2004 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Cadillac Escalade 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 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm). This means 2004 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Maserati Spyder.
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2004 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Escalade | Spyder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 452 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.8 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2640 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |