2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1996 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 640 kg more than 1996 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX 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 Cadillac SRX 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac SRX | 1996 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Cadillac | Maserati |
Model | SRX | Shamal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 444 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |