2003 Ford Econovan vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2003 Ford Econovan is newer by 5 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 232 more horse power than 2003 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 25 kg more than 2003 Ford Econovan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Econovan. (139 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Econovan.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Econovan | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Econovan | Shamal |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 322 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 139 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2520 mm |