1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2008 Subaru Outback (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback 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 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Step Wagon | Outback |
Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 243 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |