2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2006 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2006 Maserati Coupe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 385 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Maserati Coupe.
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, 2006 Maserati Coupe (451 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2006 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2006 Maserati Coupe | |
| Make | Maserati | Maserati |
| Model | Spyder | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 18.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 18.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 88 L |
