1999 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara is newer by 13 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 405 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.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara 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, 2012 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara 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 2012 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara 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 | 2012 Opel Antara | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Step Wagon | Antara |
Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |