1999 Audi S8 vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Audi S8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi S8 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 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, 1999 Audi S8 (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi S8 | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | S8 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4170 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
