2001 Ford Mondeo vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2001 Ford Mondeo is newer by 4 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 176 more horse power than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 100 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, 2001 Ford Mondeo, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Mondeo. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Mondeo | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Mondeo | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
