1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 2 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 3,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (185 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 198 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee (305 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Step Wagon | 1997 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Honda | Jeep |
| Model | Step Wagon | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2700 mm |
