1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2003 Lexus LX
To start off, 2003 Lexus LX is newer by 6 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 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lexus LX weights approximately 898 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX 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, 2003 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2003 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Honda | Lexus |
| Model | Shuttle | LX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |
