1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Shuttle | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
