1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2002 Nissan Maxima is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Maxima |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |