1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 467 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 2008 Mercury Milan, 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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercury Milan. (213 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Maserati | Mercury |
Model | Ghibli | Milan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |