1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2009 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2009 Nissan Versa 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 26 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Nissan Versa. 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 2009 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2009 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Versa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
