1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 1998 Volkswagen Caddy is newer by 3 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 64 more horse power than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (59 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 415 kg more than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. (116 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Volkswagen Caddy. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1998 Volkswagen Caddy has manual transmission. 1998 Volkswagen Caddy 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 | 1998 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Step Wagon | Caddy |
Year Released | 1995 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |