2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2005 Maserati Spyder and 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 201 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (189 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Maserati Spyder (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (260 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Spyder | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Maserati | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spyder | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |