2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1174 kg more than 1991 Maserati Shamal.
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, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Maserati Shamal. 2004 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Expedition | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Expedition | 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 | 260 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2494 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
