1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 4,589 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Panoz Esperante (305 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2006 Panoz Esperante is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Panoz Esperante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante has manual transmission. 2006 Panoz Esperante 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 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Honda | Panoz |
Model | Shuttle | Esperante |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 4589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |