2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 14 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 6,161 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1077 kg more than 1995 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Cadillac | Honda |
| Model | Escalade | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6161 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 403 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2609 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 65 L |
