2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 920 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Shuttle | GL |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |