2004 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2004 Maserati Spyder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XF weights approximately 223 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (574 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Maserati | Jaguar |
| Model | Spyder | XF |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4254 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1953 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
