1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 590 kg more than 1999 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Step Wagon | Viano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3210 mm |