1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano is newer by 10 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 198 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 500 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Terrano 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Nissan Terrano | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Terrano |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |