2004 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2004 Ford Focus 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 277 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 338 kg more than 2004 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Focus | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 87 L |
