2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 1996 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2000 Honda Shuttle is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 2,254 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 1996 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 600 kg more than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 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, 2000 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Seat Cordoba. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Seat Cordoba. 2000 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 1996 Seat Cordoba has manual transmission. 1996 Seat Cordoba will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 1996 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Honda | Seat |
| Model | Shuttle | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
