1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 7 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (170 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 14 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (225 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuttle | Passat |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |
