2008 BMW 525 vs. 1996 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,494 cc, 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2008 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 2008 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2008 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 1996 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2157 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 146 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
