1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sorento. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sorento weights approximately 691 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Sorento. (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Ghibli | Sorento |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2720 mm |
