1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Kia Sportage. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 468 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage 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 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage 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 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Honda | Kia |
Model | Shuttle | Sportage |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |