2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 675 kg more than 1999 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 GMC Sierra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Sierra | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2840 mm |
