1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2006 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2006 Saturn Relay 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Relay (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Saturn Relay.
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 Saturn Relay (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Relay will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2006 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Shuttle | Relay |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1444 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 95 L |
