2005 Maserati Spyder vs. 2011 Ford E-150
To start off, 2011 Ford E-150 is newer by 6 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2011 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-150 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Maserati Spyder.
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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford E-150. (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford E-150. 2011 Ford E-150 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. 2011 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Maserati Spyder | 2011 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Maserati | Ford |
| Model | Spyder | E-150 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4245 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 2093 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 125 L |
