2008 GMC Canyon vs. 1998 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 10 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 137 more horse power than 2008 GMC Canyon. (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 GMC Canyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 821 kg more than 1998 Maserati Shamal.
Because 2008 GMC Canyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Maserati Shamal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 1998 Maserati Shamal (444 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 GMC Canyon. (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Canyon | 1998 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | GMC | Maserati |
| Model | Canyon | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2520 mm |
