1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 38 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, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Dodge | Honda |
Model | Intrepid | Shuttle |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2155 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |