2005 Ford Ranger vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2005 Ford Ranger is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ranger. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Ranger | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Ranger | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
