1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2013 GMC Yukon is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Yukon (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Yukon weights approximately 978 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 2013 GMC Yukon 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 2013 GMC Yukon. 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, 2013 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Shuttle | 2013 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Honda | GMC |
| Model | Shuttle | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
