1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 15 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (310 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Ram weights approximately 857 kg more than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Dodge Ram. 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, 2011 Dodge Ram (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram 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 | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Step Wagon | Ram |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5817 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3569 mm |
