1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2005 Kia Picanto is newer by 6 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 89 more horse power than 2005 Kia Picanto. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Kia Picanto. 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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Kia Picanto. (86 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Kia Picanto. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2005 Kia Picanto has manual transmission. 2005 Kia Picanto 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 | 2005 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Shuttle | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
