2004 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Maserati Spyder is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. (345 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 554 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Silverado | Spyder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4245 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 | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 515 Nm | 451 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2274 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 88 L |