2000 Ford Desert Excursion vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 6,800 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ford Desert Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 152 kg more than 2000 Ford Desert Excursion.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Ford Desert Excursion (576 Nm) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Desert Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Desert Excursion | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Desert Excursion | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1450 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2810 mm |