1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 16 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2012 BMW 116 (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 116 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 | 2012 BMW 116 | |
Make | Honda | BMW |
Model | Step Wagon | 116 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2690 mm |