1998 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 15 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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 12 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Shuttle | Tiguan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1544 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1683 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |