1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Saturn Relay
To start off, 2005 Saturn Relay 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saturn Relay is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn Relay (201 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn Relay should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn Relay weights approximately 488 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 2005 Saturn Relay. 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, 2005 Saturn Relay (298 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn Relay 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 | 2005 Saturn Relay | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Step Wagon | Relay |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1938 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
