1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 7 kg more than 2003 Toyota Previa.
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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Previa has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Previa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Previa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2900 mm |