2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Maserati Shamal (322 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 711 kg more than 1994 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1994 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Jeep | Maserati |
| Model | Cherokee | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
