1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2005 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2005 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 8 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 198 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (123 HP @ 2000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 504 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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, 2005 Nissan Terrano II 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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Terrano II. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Maserati Shamal | 2005 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Maserati | Nissan |
| Model | Shamal | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 274 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
