1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 8 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 190 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Pontiac Sunfire 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 | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Step Wagon | Sunfire |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |