1999 Ford Cougar vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Ford Cougar 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Ford Cougar. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 202 kg more than 1999 Ford Cougar. 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, 1997 Honda Shuttle (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Cougar. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford Cougar has manual transmission. 1999 Ford Cougar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Cougar | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Cougar | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
