1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2004 Subaru Baja
To start off, 2004 Subaru Baja is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Baja. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Baja. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Baja weights approximately 259 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Subaru Baja is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Baja 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Baja. (225 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Baja.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Maserati Shamal | 2004 Subaru Baja | |
Make | Maserati | Subaru |
Model | Shamal | Baja |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 225 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |