1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2002 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2002 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 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 124 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 385 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1995 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 1995 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Sienna, 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Sienna. (283 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Sienna. 2002 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1995 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1995 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 2002 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Sienna |
Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 283 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2910 mm |