2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 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 208 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara, 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Citroen | Maserati |
| Model | Xsara | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
