1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2010 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 13 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 160 more horse power than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 842 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2010 Hyundai Terracan 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 2010 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Maserati | Hyundai |
Model | Shamal | Terracan |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |