1995 Maserati Shamal vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 12 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 173 more horse power than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Maserati Shamal | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |