1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Ford E-250
To start off, 2011 Ford E-250 is newer by 16 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford E-250 weights approximately 878 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 2011 Ford E-250 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 2011 Ford E-250. 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, 2011 Ford E-250 (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Ford E-250 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Shuttle | E-250 |
Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 2154 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3505 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 125 L |