1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1997 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Plymouth Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Plymouth Voyager would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (164 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 560 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 Plymouth Voyager, 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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. (307 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Plymouth Voyager. 1996 Plymouth Voyager has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Plymouth Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Maserati Ghibli | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Maserati | Plymouth |
Model | Ghibli | Voyager |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2880 mm |