1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2000 Seat Salsa. (247 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 250 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Salsa. (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Salsa. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1997 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1997 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Maserati | Seat |
| Model | Shamal | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
