1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Ford Escape
To start off, 2011 Ford Escape is newer by 15 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 66 kg more than 2011 Ford Escape.
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, 2011 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Ford Escape | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Shuttle | Escape |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4437 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |