1989 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 486 kg more than 1989 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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, 1989 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 1989 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3215 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
