1998 Maserati Shamal vs. 1999 Renault Scenic
To start off, 1999 Renault Scenic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Shamal 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 214 more horse power than 1999 Renault Scenic. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Renault Scenic weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1999 Renault Scenic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Renault Scenic 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Renault Scenic. (260 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Renault Scenic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Maserati Shamal | 1999 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Maserati | Renault |
| Model | Shamal | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3217 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 444 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2480 mm |
