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 |
