1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2006 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 8 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (315 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 212 kg more than 2006 Infiniti QX4.
Because 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 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, 2006 Infiniti QX4 (530 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Infiniti |
| Model | Shuttle | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
