2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 11 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 205 kg more than 2011 BMW 325.
Because 2011 BMW 325 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 2011 BMW 325. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Shuttle | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Shuttle | 325 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |