2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 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 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Express. (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1161 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2520 mm |
