2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2005 Maserati Spyder
To start off, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 3 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Spyder (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (305 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Spyder should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 298 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, 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee (453 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Maserati Spyder. (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Maserati Spyder. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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. 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2005 Maserati Spyder | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Grand Cherokee | Spyder |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 453 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.7 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
