1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2006 Mazda 6
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 7 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 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 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 321 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
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, 2006 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 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 | 2006 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Step Wagon | 6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2966 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |
