1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Maybach 62
To start off, 2006 Maybach 62 is newer by 9 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 62 (543 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 62 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 62 weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Maybach 62 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 2006 Maybach 62. 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, 2006 Maybach 62 (900 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 702 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Maybach 62 | |
| Make | Honda | Maybach |
| Model | Shuttle | 62 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 110 L |
