1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 11 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 860 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Step Wagon | ML |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 102.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |
