2006 BMW 525 vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2006 BMW 525 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 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
