1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Montana is newer by 8 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Montana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Montana (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Montana should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 256 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.
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, 2005 Pontiac Montana (285 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Montana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Pontiac Montana | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Shuttle | Montana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1788 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
