2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1685 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (206 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Excursion | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 65 L |
