1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1999 Honda Shuttle is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT.
Because 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT has manual transmission. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Shuttle | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2480 mm |
