1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 16 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuttle | C |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2143 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4606 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1459 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
