1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1993 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1997 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Seat Ibiza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Seat Ibiza would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1993 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 420 kg more than 1993 Seat Ibiza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Seat Ibiza. (126 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Seat Ibiza. 1997 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1993 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 1993 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Honda Step Wagon | 1993 Seat Ibiza | |
Make | Honda | Seat |
Model | Step Wagon | Ibiza |
Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |