1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2005 Pontiac G6 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 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac G6 (197 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac G6 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac G6 weights approximately 19 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Pontiac G6 (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac G6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Shuttle | G6 |
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 | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1551 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |