2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayman is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayman (325 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 Porsche Cayman.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 2013 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2013 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Cayman has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Cayman 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Shuttle | Cayman |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4347 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2415 mm |
