1999 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1999 Ford F-150 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford F-150 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1999 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1999 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford F-150 | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | F-150 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2810 mm |
