2003 Ford Expedition vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2003 Ford Expedition is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Ford Expedition. (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2003 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Expedition 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, 2003 Ford Expedition (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (414 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Expedition | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2490 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
