2006 Buick Lucerne vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 Buick Lucerne is newer by 9 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 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2006 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Lucerne | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Lucerne | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4572 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 65 L |
