1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1998 Honda Shuttle is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 603 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Honda | Ford |
Model | Shuttle | F-150 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3050 mm |