1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 35 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen CC.
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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen CC has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuttle | CC |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1497 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
