2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 11 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Allroad | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
