1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 1,973 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 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 141 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V 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 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | HR-V |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2460 mm |