1997 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Acura ZDX
To start off, 2012 Acura ZDX is newer by 15 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura ZDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura ZDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura ZDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura ZDX weights approximately 557 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.
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, 2012 Acura ZDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Acura ZDX 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 | 2012 Acura ZDX | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Step Wagon | ZDX |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2007 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4887 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1595 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |