1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Seat Exeo

To start off, 2010 Seat Exeo is newer by 13 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Seat Exeo. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Exeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 132 kg more than 2010 Seat Exeo. 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, 2010 Seat Exeo (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Seat Exeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2010 Seat Exeo has manual transmission. 2010 Seat Exeo 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 2010 Seat Exeo
Make Honda Seat
Model Shuttle Exeo
Year Released 1997 2010
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2157 cc 1781 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 150 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 198 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 6 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1532 kg 1400 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4661 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1772 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2642 mm