1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Rover 25
To start off, 1999 Rover 25 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1999 Rover 25. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 402 kg more than 1999 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 1999 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Shuttle | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
