1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1997 Acura RL
To start off, 1999 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura RL weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1997 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1997 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Step Wagon | 1997 Acura RL | |
Make | Honda | Acura |
Model | Step Wagon | RL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2920 mm |