1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 713 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | R |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |