1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora is newer by 7 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 252 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Bora (211 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Bora has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |