2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z 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 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 413 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2008 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan 350Z 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.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | 350Z |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1112 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |