1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2000 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 9 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 2,464 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Jeep Cherokee will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Jeep Cherokee (194 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2000 Jeep Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1991 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1991 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Jeep Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2000 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Shuttle | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
