1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2011 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Terrain weights approximately 235 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.
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, 2011 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2011 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Shuttle | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2253 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| 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 | 1525 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
