2005 Honda Z vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2005 Honda Z 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 339 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Z | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Z | Spyder |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |