1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 5 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 89 more horse power than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 577 kg more than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Seat Ibiza. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Seat Ibiza. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2000 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Ibiza 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 | 2000 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Shuttle | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |
