1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2003 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2003 Renault Kangoo is newer by 12 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 1,564 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Kangoo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 360 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 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo 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, 2003 Renault Kangoo (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Kangoo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2003 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
