1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 14 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 47 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.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Accord. 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, 2011 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord 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 | 2011 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1497 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1847 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2799 mm |