2008 Ford Expedition vs. 2008 Maserati Spyder
To start off, both 2008 Ford Expedition 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Maserati Spyder (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Ford Expedition. (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Spyder weights approximately 620 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Maserati Spyder. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Spyder. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Spyder. 2008 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Expedition | 2008 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 4242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 17.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 88 L |
