2007 Cadillac SRX vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 Cadillac SRX is newer by 9 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 3,554 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2007 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 524 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 2007 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac SRX 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, 2007 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac SRX | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
| Model | SRX | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3554 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
