2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2001 Nissan Fusion
To start off, 2001 Nissan Fusion is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Fusion. (134 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Fusion weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
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, 2001 Nissan Fusion (372 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm). This means 2001 Nissan Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Shuttle | 2001 Nissan Fusion | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Shuttle | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1835 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2960 mm |
