1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2011 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1189 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 Lincoln Navigator. 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 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Lincoln Navigator 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 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Honda | Lincoln |
| Model | Step Wagon | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2639 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3023 mm |
