1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Kia Towner
To start off, 2005 Kia Towner is newer by 9 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 85 more horse power than 2005 Kia Towner. (38 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2005 Kia Towner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Kia Towner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Step Wagon | 2005 Kia Towner | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Step Wagon | Towner |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1820 mm |
