1996 Audi S6 vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,170 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi S6 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Audi S6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 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 Audi S6 (420 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi S6 | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | S6 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |