1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 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 2,437 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (108 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 20 kg more than 2003 Toyota Condor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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 (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (192 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Shuttle | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
