2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2007 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Maserati Spyder (385 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (324 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 459 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Maserati Spyder. (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Maserati Spyder.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Maserati Spyder | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | Express | Spyder |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Van | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 324 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 88 L |