1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 210 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Honda Mercedes-Benz
Model Step Wagon SLK
Year Released 1995 2009
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 5439 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 355 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 185 Nm 510 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1450 kg 1240 kg
Vehicle Length 4610 mm 4110 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1290 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2440 mm


 

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