2004 Ford Explorer vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2004 Ford Explorer 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Explorer weights approximately 243 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Because 2004 Ford Explorer 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 Ford Explorer 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 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Explorer. (325 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Explorer | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 87 L |
