1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 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, both vehicles can yield 148 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 26 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle. 1998 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2012 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2012 Subaru Legacy 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 | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Shuttle | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2155 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1558 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4775 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1535 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
