1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 14 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 445 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lincoln Navigator is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lincoln Navigator. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Shuttle | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 127 L |
