1997 Honda Life vs. 2000 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Life would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1997 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 735 kg more than 1997 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Life 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Life. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1997 Honda Life has manual transmission. 1997 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Life | 2000 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Life | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 2254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2840 mm |