1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1998 Maserati Shamal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 395 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Maserati Shamal | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Maserati | Toyota |
Model | Shamal | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3217 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 444 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |