1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1999 Seat Formula
To start off, 1999 Seat Formula 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Seat Formula is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula 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 550 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
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 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula 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 1999 Seat Formula has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Formula 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 | 1999 Seat Formula | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Step Wagon | Formula |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |