1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 17 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 54 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.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | CX-7 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |