2000 Honda Shuttle vs. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 5 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 2,566 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 330 kg more than 2000 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Shuttle | 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Shuttle | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 2566 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |