1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1294 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Shuttle | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 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 | 1525 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 148 L |
