1992 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1992 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche 996 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1992 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Shuttle. (113 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Shuttle | 996 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2360 mm |