1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 996 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
Because 2004 Porsche 996 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (371 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 996 has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche 996 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Shuttle | 996 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |