1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 10 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 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 347 kg more than 2006 Toyota Hilux. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Hilux |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |