2004 Ford Excursion vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2004 Ford Excursion. (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1941 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal. 2004 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1991 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1991 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Excursion | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Excursion | Shamal |
Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |