1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Ferrari California
To start off, 2010 Ferrari California is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari California is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari California weights approximately 140 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Ferrari California 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 2010 Ferrari California. 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, 2010 Ferrari California (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2010 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2010 Ferrari California 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.
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1999 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Ferrari California | |
Make | Honda | Ferrari |
Model | Shuttle | California |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |