2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2004 Maserati Spyder and 2004 Volkswagen Polo 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 247 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 399 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. 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 Volkswagen Polo, 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (310 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Maserati | Volkswagen |
| Model | Spyder | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
