1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 BMW 730
To start off, 2001 BMW 730 is newer by 5 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 730 weights approximately 295 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.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 730. 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, 2001 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 730 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 | 2001 BMW 730 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Step Wagon | 730 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2940 mm |