2006 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2006 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 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 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 GMC Envoy. (300 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Envoy weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2006 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Envoy 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, 2006 GMC Envoy (447 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Envoy | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Envoy | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 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 |
