1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2011 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 37 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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 (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Shuttle | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 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 | 1595 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2659 mm |