2003 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is newer by 6 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 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2003 Land Rover Range Rover. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2003 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover 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. 2003 Land Rover Range Rover will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Land Rover Range Rover | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Range Rover | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2003 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 260 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2515 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2200 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |