1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2011 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2011 Jeep Liberty 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 484 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, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Liberty. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2011 Jeep Liberty | |
Make | Maserati | Jeep |
Model | Ghibli | Liberty |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1849 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4473 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2695 mm |