1998 Kia Sephia vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, both 1998 Kia Sephia and 1998 Maserati Ghibli were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1998 Kia Sephia. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1998 Kia Sephia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 285 kg more than 1998 Kia Sephia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 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 1998 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Kia Sephia, 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Kia Sephia. (120 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Kia Sephia.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Kia Sephia | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sephia | Ghibli |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |