2009 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 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 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Avalanche | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
