2006 Audi A4 vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 348 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A4 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
