1998 Maserati Ghibli vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 15 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 553 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2013 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volvo XC60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Ghibli | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Ghibli | XC60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1918 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4627 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1891 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1713 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |
