1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2000 Peugeot 106
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 106 is newer by 4 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 106. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 664 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 106. 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 2000 Peugeot 106. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 106. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 106. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2000 Peugeot 106 has manual transmission. 2000 Peugeot 106 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 | 2000 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | Step Wagon | 106 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 69 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 786 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2390 mm |
