1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (58 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Maserati Shamal 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 Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo, 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 Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Maserati Shamal | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
