1999 AC Aceca vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 2 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 60 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 1999 AC Aceca. 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. 1997 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1999 AC Aceca has manual transmission. 1999 AC Aceca will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | AC | Honda |
Model | Aceca | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2810 mm |