1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Kia Carnival
To start off, 2006 Kia Carnival is newer by 9 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 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Kia Carnival is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Carnival (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Carnival should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Carnival weights approximately 492 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, 2006 Kia Carnival (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Carnival will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Kia Carnival | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Shuttle | Carnival |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 186 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
