1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2002 Samsung SM5
To start off, 2002 Samsung SM5 is newer by 3 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2002 Samsung SM5. (122 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2002 Samsung SM5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 212 kg more than 2002 Samsung SM5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Samsung SM5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Samsung SM5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Samsung SM5. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Samsung SM5. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2002 Samsung SM5 has manual transmission. 2002 Samsung SM5 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 | 2002 Samsung SM5 | |
| Make | Honda | Samsung |
| Model | Shuttle | SM5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1838 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
