2005 Honda Stream vs. 2003 Maserati Spyder

To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2003 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 2003 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, 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, 2003 Maserati Spyder (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Honda Stream 2003 Maserati Spyder
Make Honda Maserati
Model Stream Spyder
Year Released 2005 2003
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4254 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 157 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 79.8 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1428 kg 1680 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4310 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 90 L


 

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