2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1049 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2414 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
