2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 711 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |