2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Maserati Spyder is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Cadillac SRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Cadillac SRX would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 159 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX. 2005 Cadillac SRX has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | SRX | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 88 L |
