2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1991 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1991 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1991 Maserati Shamal has manual transmission. 1991 Maserati Shamal will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1991 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| 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 |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
