1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2004 Kia Spectra
To start off, 2004 Kia Spectra 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Spectra (124 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Spectra 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 243 kg more than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Kia Spectra. 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) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Spectra. (161 Nm). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Spectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Honda Step Wagon | 2004 Kia Spectra | |
| Make | Honda | Kia |
| Model | Step Wagon | Spectra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
