1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 14 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2010 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Honda | Chevrolet |
| Model | Step Wagon | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
