2004 Ford Expedition vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 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 1040 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 1996 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Expedition. (398 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Expedition. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1996 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1996 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.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Ford | Maserati |
Model | Expedition | Shamal |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 398 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |