1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2010 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2010 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 912 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.
Because 2010 Cadillac Escalade is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Cadillac Escalade. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2010 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 2010 Cadillac Escalade | |
Make | Honda | Cadillac |
Model | Shuttle | Escalade |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 403 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1928 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2946 mm |