2008 Acura TSX vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2008 Acura TSX and 2008 Maserati Spyder were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,244 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Maserati Spyder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2008 Acura TSX. (205 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Acura TSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 448 kg more than 2008 Acura TSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 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 2008 Maserati Spyder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Acura TSX, 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, 2008 Maserati Spyder (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura TSX. (222 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Spyder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura TSX. 2008 Acura TSX has automatic transmission and 2008 Maserati Spyder has manual transmission. 2008 Maserati Spyder will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura TSX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Acura TSX | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Acura | Maserati |
Model | TSX | Spyder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2352 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 205 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 222 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |