1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2004 Honda NSX
To start off, 2004 Honda NSX is newer by 5 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 95 kg more than 2004 Honda NSX.
Because 2004 Honda NSX 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 2004 Honda NSX. 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, 2004 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 2004 Honda NSX | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Shuttle | NSX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |