1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 11 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (302 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1024 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL (700 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuttle | GL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
