1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1999 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1999 Nissan Serena is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Serena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Serena (172 HP) has 49 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Serena weights approximately 242 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Nissan Serena (403 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 1999 Nissan Serena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Step Wagon | 1999 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Step Wagon | Serena |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 172 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 403 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1692 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |