1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Toyota MR2
To start off, 2001 Toyota MR2 is newer by 6 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, 2001 Toyota MR2 (140 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 160 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.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota MR2. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota MR2. (170 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota MR2. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 2001 Toyota MR2 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 | 2001 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Step Wagon | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
