2000 Hyundai Satellite vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2000 Hyundai Satellite is newer by 2 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 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Satellite is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Satellite weights approximately 429 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Hyundai Satellite. (185 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Hyundai Satellite.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Hyundai Satellite | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
| Model | Satellite | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2351 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2520 mm |
