1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 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 (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic 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 185 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (179 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 179 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |