2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 6 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Cadillac CTS.
Because 2005 Cadillac CTS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Cadillac CTS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Cadillac CTS | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Cadillac | Honda |
Model | CTS | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3564 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 270 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1592 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2840 mm |