1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 12 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Acura RDX. (240 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2010 Acura RDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 333 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, 2010 Acura RDX, 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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Maserati | Acura |
| Model | Ghibli | RDX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2649 mm |
