1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 845 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Step Wagon | Sequoia |
Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |