1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, both 1998 Honda Shuttle and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 12 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Shuttle | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
