1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2009 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 11 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (222 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W. (296 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Chairman W.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2009 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
Model | Ghibli | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |