1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 17 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 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 623 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2012 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Shuttle | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
