2009 Honda CR-V vs. 1994 Maserati Shamal
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 15 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 174 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Shamal should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Maserati Shamal weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Honda CR-V 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Maserati Shamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 1994 Maserati Shamal | |
| Make | Honda | Maserati |
| Model | CR-V | Shamal |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3217 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 840 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
