1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2009 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 13 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 495 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda BT-50 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 | 2009 Mazda BT-50 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Step Wagon | BT-50 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 955 kg |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |