1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
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 Renault Laguna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Laguna would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Renault Laguna. (114 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Laguna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Renault Laguna. 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 1994 Renault Laguna. 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 @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Laguna. (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Laguna. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1994 Renault Laguna has manual transmission. 1994 Renault Laguna 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 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Honda | Renault |
| Model | Step Wagon | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
