1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2008 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2008 Kia Sorento is newer by 12 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Sorento (262 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 247 kg more than 2008 Kia Sorento.
Because 2008 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Kia Sorento (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2008 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Shuttle | Sorento |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |