1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2006 Volkswagen Touran

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 11 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 19 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 132 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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 2006 Volkswagen Touran. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Touran (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Touran will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Touran 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 2006 Volkswagen Touran
Make Honda Volkswagen
Model Step Wagon Touran
Year Released 1995 2006
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 1894 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 250 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1318 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4400 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1640 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2680 mm


 

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