1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 7 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (141 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Shuttle | Celica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
