2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (140 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 184 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Kia Sorento | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Sorento | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1365 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |
