1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2001 Nissan Xterra is newer by 4 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 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Xterra. (141 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 48 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2001 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Xterra 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, 2001 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Xterra 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 | 2001 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Xterra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |