1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2001 Toyota Pod
To start off, 2001 Toyota Pod is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Pod (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Pod should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 506 kg more than 2001 Toyota Pod.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Pod. 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, 2001 Toyota Pod (430 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Pod will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Step Wagon | 2001 Toyota Pod | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Step Wagon | Pod |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 430 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 944 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |