1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Step Wagon | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2480 mm |
