1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica 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, 2005 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica 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 235 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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 @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Step Wagon | Celica |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
