1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 1996 Seat Cordoba is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 607 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 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, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Shuttle | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
