2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 6,198 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (325 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1357 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. (371 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Ghibli. 2008 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Cadillac Escalade | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | Escalade | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2008 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6198 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |