1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2000 Mazda Familia

To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Mazda Familia. (106 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 2000 Mazda Familia. 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2000 Mazda Familia has manual transmission. 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia
Make Honda Mazda
Model Step Wagon Familia
Year Released 1995 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1998 cc
Engine Type in-line dual-disk rotary
Horse Power 123 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 134 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 825 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 3840 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2270 mm


 

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