2005 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2005 Honda Odyssey 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Odyssey (255 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 570 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.
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 Honda Odyssey (339 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Odyssey | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2102 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
