1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Saturn ION
To start off, 2004 Saturn ION is newer by 10 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2004 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Saturn ION, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Saturn ION | |
Make | Maserati | Saturn |
Model | Shamal | ION |
Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2187 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |