1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Shuttle (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 147 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 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, 2011 Hyundai ix35 (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 1996 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 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.
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1996 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Shuttle | ix35 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1679 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |