1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2007 Renault Scenic is newer by 11 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, 2007 Renault Scenic (161 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 57 kg more than 2007 Renault Scenic.
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, 2007 Renault Scenic (271 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Shuttle | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
