1992 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (325 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE weights approximately 1197 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 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, 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 Cadillac ESCALADE | |
Make | Maserati | Cadillac |
Model | Ghibli | ESCALADE |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 397 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 371 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2947 mm |