2004 Dodge Durango vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Dodge Durango is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 3,704 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Dodge Durango. (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Durango weights approximately 754 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Durango | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Durango | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3704 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2119 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
