2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 355 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz G. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz G has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Honda Shuttle | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | G |
Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2410 mm |