1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1997 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 167 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1994 Maserati Ghibli 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 1994 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle, 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Shuttle | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Shuttle | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |