1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 203 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti M 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 2005 Infiniti M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, 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, 2005 Infiniti M (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Shuttle | M |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
