1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 962 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
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, 2008 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander 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 | 2008 Jeep Commander | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Step Wagon | Commander |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 185 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2412 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |