1997 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 15 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, 2012 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 97 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Shuttle | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Shuttle | 6 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |