1996 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 17 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2013 Jeep Patriot has manual transmission. 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Honda | Jeep |
Model | Step Wagon | Patriot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1972 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1411 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4409 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2634 mm |