2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2004 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (335 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 2004 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | 300 | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 4254 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 87 L |
