1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Isuzu Ascender
To start off, 2006 Isuzu Ascender 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 4,195 cc, 2006 Isuzu Ascender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Isuzu Ascender (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Isuzu Ascender should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2006 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender 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 Isuzu Ascender (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Isuzu Ascender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Isuzu Ascender | |
| Make | Honda | Isuzu |
| Model | Shuttle | Ascender |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4195 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |
