2005 Eagle Talon vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Eagle Talon is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Eagle Talon (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Eagle Talon should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 112 kg more than 2005 Eagle Talon.
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, 2005 Eagle Talon (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Eagle Talon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2005 Eagle Talon has manual transmission. 2005 Eagle Talon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Eagle Talon | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Eagle | Honda |
| Model | Talon | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
