2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1378 kg more than 1998 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2910 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4250 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
