1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Renault Espace
To start off, 1999 Renault Espace is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Renault Espace. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Renault Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Renault Espace. 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, 1999 Renault Espace (208 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Renault Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Renault Espace has manual transmission. 1999 Renault Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 1999 Renault Espace | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Shuttle | Espace |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |