2005 Chrysler Voyager vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Voyager 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 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 1998 Maserati Shamal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Voyager | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chrysler | Maserati |
| Model | Voyager | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
