2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 12 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (345 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 159 kg more than 1997 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Honda Shuttle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 Dodge Ram (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1997 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Dodge | Honda |
| Model | Ram | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 65 L |
