1999 Honda Shuttle vs. 2013 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2013 Volvo XC60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo XC60 (321 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 386 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 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC60 (480 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2013 Volvo XC60 has manual transmission. 2013 Volvo XC60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Honda Shuttle | 2013 Volvo XC60 | |
Make | Honda | Volvo |
Model | Shuttle | XC60 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2156 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 480 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4627 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1891 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1713 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2774 mm |