2008 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2008 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Shuttle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Shuttle (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Ford Focus. (171 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Shuttle should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Shuttle weights approximately 312 kg more than 2008 Ford Focus. 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, 1999 Honda Shuttle (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Focus. (196 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Shuttle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Focus. 1999 Honda Shuttle has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Shuttle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Focus | 1999 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Focus | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1283 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2840 mm |
