1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1996 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Villager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Villager would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1996 Mercury Villager. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercury Villager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Villager weights approximately 435 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1997 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 1997 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Villager, 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.
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1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1996 Mercury Villager | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Ghibli | Villager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |