1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Scion tC
To start off, 2005 Scion tC 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 2,361 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 214 kg more than 2005 Scion tC.
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, 2005 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2005 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2005 Scion tC 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 Scion tC | |
| Make | Honda | Scion |
| Model | Shuttle | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 2361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
