1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2007 BMW 630
To start off, 2007 BMW 630 is newer by 11 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 630 weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 630. 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, 2007 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 630 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 | 2007 BMW 630 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Step Wagon | 630 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |