1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Ford Galaxy
To start off, 2008 Ford Galaxy is newer by 13 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Galaxy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Galaxy. (143 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Galaxy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 196 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2008 Ford Galaxy (203 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Galaxy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Shuttle | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
