2005 Ford Escape vs. 1998 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escape (193 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Ford Escape.
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 Ford Escape (262 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Shuttle. (196 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1998 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 65 L |
