1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 12 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 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 407 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Mazda Tribute | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | Tribute |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |