1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 10 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 2,461 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. (129 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Multivan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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, 2007 Volkswagen Multivan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Multivan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Multivan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Shuttle | Multivan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1349 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
