2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 1997 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Ghibli. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Ghibli would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 326 kg more than 1997 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Ghibli. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Ghibli has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Ghibli will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 1997 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Dodge | Maserati |
| Model | Sprinter | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6950 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4330 mm | 2520 mm |
