1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2008 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Tesla Roadster 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 215 kg more than 2008 Tesla Roadster.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Tesla Roadster. 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 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2008 Tesla Roadster 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 Tesla Roadster | |
| Make | Honda | Tesla |
| Model | Step Wagon | Roadster |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3947 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1128 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2352 mm |
