1995 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 18 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 117 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Beetle (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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 2013 Volkswagen Beetle has manual transmission. 2013 Volkswagen Beetle 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.
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1995 Honda Step Wagon | 2013 Volkswagen Beetle | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Step Wagon | Beetle |
Year Released | 1995 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1333 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4277 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1486 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2537 mm |