1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix20 is newer by 13 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, 1998 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 238 kg more than 2011 Hyundai ix20. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix20.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Hyundai ix20 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Shuttle | ix20 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1294 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2615 mm |
