1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Honda Insight
To start off, 2002 Honda Insight is newer by 7 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 83 more horse power than 2002 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 692 kg more than 2002 Honda Insight. 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Insight. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Insight. 1995 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Insight has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Insight 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 | 2002 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Shuttle | Insight |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2410 mm |
