1997 Maserati Shamal vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 491 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1997 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Maserati Shamal | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Maserati | Nissan |
Model | Shamal | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1811 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |