2000 Honda Civic vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Ghibli is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2000 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 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 1996 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic, 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (144 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Civic | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Honda | Maserati |
Model | Civic | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |