1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 254 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 2012 Ford Falcon. 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 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon 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 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Honda | Ford |
| Model | Step Wagon | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1972 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2838 mm |
