1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 778 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (359 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Touareg |
Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |