1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 27 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Shuttle | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 74 L |
