2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 1998 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (306 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (302 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 711 kg more than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 1998 Maserati Ghibli | |
Make | Land Rover | Maserati |
Model | Range Rover | Ghibli |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |