2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1995 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 3,898 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2006 Ford Freestar. (193 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 347 kg more than 1995 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1995 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Freestar | 1995 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Freestar | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3898 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |