2008 Kia Carens vs. 1990 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2008 Kia Carens is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Maserati Shamal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Maserati Shamal would be higher. At 3,217 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Maserati Shamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Maserati Shamal (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2008 Kia Carens. (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Carens.
Because 1990 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 1990 Maserati Shamal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Carens, 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, 1990 Maserati Shamal (445 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Carens. (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1990 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Carens.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Carens | 1990 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Kia | Maserati |
| Model | Carens | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 Length | 4500 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
