1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 134 kg more than 2011 Nissan Altima.
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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Altima |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4595 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2675 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |