2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1995 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 478 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.
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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Shuttle. (199 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1995 Honda Shuttle | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Pilot | Shuttle |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1532 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |