1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2000 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2000 Toyota Echo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Shuttle would be higher. 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 77 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Echo. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 585 kg more than 2000 Toyota Echo. 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Echo. (122 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Echo. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Echo 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 | 2000 Toyota Echo | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | Echo |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 122 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 73.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |