2005 GMC Envoy vs. 1997 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 GMC Envoy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Maserati Shamal (321 HP) has 46 more horse power than 2005 GMC Envoy. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Envoy weights approximately 855 kg more than 1997 Maserati Shamal.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm). This means 1997 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Envoy | 1997 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Envoy | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 321 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2175 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
