1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2010 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2010 Toyota Matrix is newer by 15 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, 2010 Toyota Matrix (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 150 kg more than 2010 Toyota Matrix.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 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, 1995 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Matrix. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Matrix. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Matrix has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Matrix 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 | 2010 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Step Wagon | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4366 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1549 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2601 mm |
