1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 10 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 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 293 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. 1997 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Step Wagon | 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Honda | Hyundai |
Model | Step Wagon | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |