2006 Ford Escape vs. 1989 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2006 Ford Escape is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Escape weights approximately 1916 kg more than 1989 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, 2006 Ford Escape (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Escape | 1989 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Escape | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1396 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2856 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
