1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2004 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 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 2,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Hilux (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 510 kg more than 2004 Toyota Hilux.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Toyota Hilux (441 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 2004 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Hilux 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 | 2004 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Step Wagon | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 940 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2610 mm |
