1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 204 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 582 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Rexton. (250 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Maserati | SsangYong |
| Model | Shamal | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1902 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
