2004 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2004 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 693 kg more than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2004 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (340 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2004 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Land Rover Discovery | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Discovery | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3947 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |