1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2000 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 83 more horse power than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 634 kg more than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 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 Smart ForTwo. 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart ForTwo. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2000 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Honda | Smart |
| Model | Step Wagon | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 816 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |
