1994 Maserati Shamal vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 is newer by 19 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 85 more horse power than 2013 Volvo XC60. (237 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2013 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 471 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, 2013 Volvo XC60, 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo XC60. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo XC60.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Maserati Shamal | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | Shamal | XC60 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2774 mm |