1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 304 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Step Wagon | Viano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |