1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 152 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2006 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza 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 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Shuttle | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
