1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 1997 Honda CR-V
To start off, 1997 Honda CR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Honda CR-V. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda CR-V weights approximately 180 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1994 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 1994 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda CR-V, 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 1997 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Maserati | Honda |
Model | Shamal | CR-V |
Year Released | 1994 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 444 Nm | 180 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
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 |