1998 Ford Explorer vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 6 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1998 Ford Explorer. (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Explorer. (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Explorer | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Explorer | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
