1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis 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 2,253 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. 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 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Shuttle | Magentis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
