1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 11 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 691 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Maserati | Mercury |
| Model | Shamal | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
