1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |