2002 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 370 kg more than 1997 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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar S-Type | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | S-Type | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2520 mm |
