1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail 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 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 179 more horse power than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
