1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Hyundai H100
To start off, 2008 Hyundai H100 is newer by 12 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 2,607 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai H100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai H100. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai H100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai H100 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai H100. 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai H100. (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai H100. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai H100 has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai H100 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 | 2008 Hyundai H100 | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Step Wagon | H100 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2607 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
