2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,245 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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 (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Maserati Spyder | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Spyder | Frontier |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4245 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |