2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2009 Toyota Tundra

To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 4 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Tundra. (381 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra 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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2005 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2005 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Maserati Spyder 2009 Toyota Tundra
Make Maserati Toyota
Model Spyder Tundra
Year Released 2005 2009
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4244 cc 5663 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 381 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 447 Nm 544 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1680 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4310 mm 5820 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1940 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3710 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 100 L


 

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