2001 Audi RS4 vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2001 Audi RS4 is newer by 2 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi RS4 (377 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Audi RS4.
Because 2001 Audi RS4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi RS4 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, 2001 Audi RS4 (449 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Audi RS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi RS4 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi RS4 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi RS4 | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | RS4 | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 449 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
