2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | TrailBlazer | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |