2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 882 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
| Model | Spyder | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 403 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 565 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2612 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1918 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 117 L |
