2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1996 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Ghibli weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (455 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1996 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Avalanche | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
