1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2005 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. 1999 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Step Wagon | 2005 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Step Wagon | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1285 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
