1992 Maserati Shamal vs. 2003 Holden Frontera
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 11 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 118 more horse power than 2003 Holden Frontera. (203 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 380 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2003 Holden Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera 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, 1992 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Holden Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Holden Frontera. 2003 Holden Frontera has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Holden Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1992 Maserati Shamal | 2003 Holden Frontera | |
Make | Maserati | Holden |
Model | Shamal | Frontera |
Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |