1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 1997 Porsche 993 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 30 kg more than 1997 Porsche 993.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Porsche 993. 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, 1997 Porsche 993 (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 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 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Step Wagon | 993 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2280 mm |
