2009 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1992 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 17 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 2,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 381 kg more than 1992 Maserati Ghibli.
Because 1992 Maserati Ghibli is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1992 Maserati Ghibli. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Maserati Ghibli (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Ghibli will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1992 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Hyundai | Maserati |
Model | Santa Fe | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2701 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2520 mm |