2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1896 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |