1995 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon is newer by 18 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 41 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Avalon |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |