1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 250 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2002 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Shuttle | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| 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 | 1595 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
