1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avalon is newer by 10 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 3,458 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 145 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 94 kg more than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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, 2006 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Step Wagon | Avalon |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1356 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |