1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 11 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 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota RAV4. 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. 2008 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Maserati Shamal | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3546 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |