2005 Ford Escape vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Ford Escape 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Ford Escape. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Escape. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escape weights approximately 120 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (206 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Escape. (168 Nm). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escape | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2253 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 65 L |
