1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Kia Carens
To start off, 2005 Kia Carens is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Carens is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Carens (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Carens weights approximately 410 kg more than 1989 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, 2005 Kia Carens (162 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 2005 Kia Carens has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Kia Carens | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Shuttle | Carens |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2570 mm |