2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1082 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | Express | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3180 mm | 2520 mm |
