1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2006 Toyota Prius 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Toyota Prius. 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, 1996 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Prius |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |