1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 1995 Maserati Shamal is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Suburban | Shamal |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2520 mm |
