2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1992 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1992 Maserati Shamal. (321 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1992 Maserati Shamal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2184 kg more than 1992 Maserati Shamal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Maserati Shamal. (444 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Maserati Shamal. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1992 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1992 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1992 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Ford | Maserati |
| Model | Excursion | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5948 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 759 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3504 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
