2005 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2005 Ford Focus and 2005 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 382 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Focus | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Focus | Spyder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 136 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 447 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |