2001 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Impala 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 17 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Impala | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2840 mm |
