1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2011 Kia Sedona
To start off, 2011 Kia Sedona is newer by 17 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 Kia Sedona. (271 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Sedona weights approximately 664 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, 2011 Kia Sedona, 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Sedona. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Sedona. 2011 Kia Sedona has automatic transmission and 1994 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1994 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Sedona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Maserati Shamal | 2011 Kia Sedona | |
| Make | Maserati | Kia |
| Model | Shamal | Sedona |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1829 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3020 mm |
