2007 Maserati Spyder vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Maserati Spyder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Maserati Spyder would be higher. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 390 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Maserati Spyder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 2007 Maserati Spyder has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Yaris has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Yaris will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Maserati Spyder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Maserati Spyder | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Spyder | Yaris |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4244 cc | 1499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |