2004 Jaguar XJ vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XJ. (295 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 360 kg more than 1994 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Jaguar XJ | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jaguar | Maserati |
| Model | XJ | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2520 mm |
