1997 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (209 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 272 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. (318 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Chairman H. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H 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. 2004 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Ghibli | 2004 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Ghibli | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1637 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |
