1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 Honda Pilot. (250 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 594 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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Ghibli | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1959 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1803 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |