1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Escudo 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 872 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. 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) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Shuttle | Escudo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2370 mm |
