1993 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 15 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 216 kg more than 1993 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Pathfinder. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2008 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1993 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3216 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |