1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise is newer by 11 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 578 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Because 2009 Lotus Elise 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 2009 Lotus Elise. 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2009 Lotus Elise has manual transmission. 2009 Lotus Elise 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 | 2009 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Honda | Lotus |
Model | Shuttle | Elise |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 954 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |