1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2001 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 206 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 2001 Peugeot 206. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Peugeot 206. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Maserati Shamal | 2001 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Shamal | 206 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
