2005 Audi Allroad vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Audi Allroad is newer by 9 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Audi Allroad. (271 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi Allroad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 Audi Allroad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad 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, 2005 Audi Allroad (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Maserati Shamal. 2005 Audi Allroad 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. 2005 Audi Allroad will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi Allroad | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Audi | Maserati |
| Model | Allroad | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3934 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
