1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 57 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuttle | S |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
