1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 1996 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1996 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,216 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1996 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda CR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1996 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda CR-V 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, 1993 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda CR-V. 1996 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1993 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1993 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Maserati Shamal | 1996 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Maserati | Honda |
| Model | Shamal | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3216 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 128 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2620 mm |
