2000 Ford Equator vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 324 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Honda Shuttle (199 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Equator | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2156 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1532 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2840 mm |
