1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 1999 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 1999 Honda Shuttle and 1999 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 670 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Swift. 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 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Swift. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Swift. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1999 Suzuki Swift has manual transmission. 1999 Suzuki Swift 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 | 1999 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Honda | Suzuki |
Model | Shuttle | Swift |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 66 L |