1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2009 BMW 130
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 14 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 130. 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, 2009 BMW 130 (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 130 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 | 2009 BMW 130 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Step Wagon | 130 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
