1996 Maserati Shamal vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC90 is newer by 15 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 874 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 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, 2011 Volvo XC90 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo XC90. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Maserati Shamal | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Maserati | Volvo |
| Model | Shamal | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
