1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2003 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2003 Subaru Impreza is newer by 8 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Impreza (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 40 kg more than 2003 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2003 Subaru Impreza (333 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2003 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Step Wagon | Impreza |
Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2660 mm |