1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Phedra is newer by 7 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 2,944 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Phedra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 259 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.
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, 2006 Lancia Phedra (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Shuttle | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1784 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
