2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2011 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 GMC Sierra. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Sierra weights approximately 581 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Sierra. (413 Nm). This means 2004 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2011 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Maserati | GMC |
| Model | Spyder | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 98 L |
