1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 8 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 97 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | B |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |