1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2007 Jeep Commander is newer by 9 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 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Commander (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Commander weights approximately 1368 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander 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, 2007 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Shuttle | Commander |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 2900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 78 L |