1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 168 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Xantia | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
