1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan

To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 11 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle.

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 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan has manual transmission. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Shuttle Tiguan
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2156 cc 2000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 2750 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 175 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1532 kg 1543 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4426 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1809 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1703 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2604 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 64 L


 

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