2005 Kia Sorento vs. 1995 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2005 Kia Sorento. (192 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 633 kg more than 1995 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento 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, 1995 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Sorento. (295 Nm). This means 1995 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Sorento.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Kia Sorento | 1995 Maserati Shamal | |
Make | Kia | Maserati |
Model | Sorento | Shamal |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3217 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 192 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 295 Nm | 444 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |