1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2005 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 9 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 136 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Suzuki XL7 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, 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Maserati | Suzuki |
| Model | Shamal | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
