1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 7 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 345 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. 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 2004 Jaguar S-Type. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Honda | Jaguar |
| Model | Step Wagon | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
