2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 271 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (458 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Silverado | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 458 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6330 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4010 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 65 L |
