1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (290 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 663 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
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, 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | Maserati | Jeep |
Model | Ghibli | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2028 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2916 mm |