1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1994 Porsche 968
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 968 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 968 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 50 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 1994 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 968 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 968 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 968 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 Honda Step Wagon | 1994 Porsche 968 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Step Wagon | 968 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2510 mm |