2004 Holden Statesman vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2004 Holden Statesman 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Holden Statesman. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Holden Statesman weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Maserati Spyder.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Holden Statesman. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Holden Statesman. 2004 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 2003 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2003 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Holden Statesman | 2003 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Holden | Maserati |
Model | Statesman | Spyder |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2450 mm |