1988 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 616 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1988 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1988 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Shuttle | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2751 mm |
