1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 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 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 410 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Accent. 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 (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Shuttle | Accent |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2156 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
