1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Proton Perdana
To start off, 2001 Proton Perdana 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Proton Perdana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Proton Perdana 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 205 kg more than 2001 Proton Perdana.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Proton Perdana. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Proton Perdana. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 Proton Perdana has manual transmission. 2001 Proton Perdana 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 | 2001 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Honda | Proton |
| Model | Step Wagon | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| 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 | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2640 mm |
