1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero (199 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 540 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Step Wagon | Pajero |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 199 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |