1991 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 16 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 2007 Kia Rondo 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. 2007 Kia Rondo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Shuttle | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
