1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner

To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 177 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.

Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner 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 Toyota Fortuner (343 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Honda Shuttle 2006 Toyota Fortuner
Make Honda Toyota
Model Shuttle Fortuner
Year Released 1998 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2155 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 161 HP
Torque 196 Nm 343 Nm
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95 mm 103 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1532 kg 1355 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1530 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L


 

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