1996 Audi A3 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, both 1996 Audi A3 and 1996 Honda Step Wagon were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1996 Audi A3. (100 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 316 kg more than 1996 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Audi A3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A3. (136 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A3. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A3 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A3 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | A3 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2810 mm |
