2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (195 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 857 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2222 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
