2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 1999 Lancia Dedra
To start off, 2000 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lancia Dedra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lancia Dedra would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (88 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1999 Lancia Dedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Lancia Dedra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Lancia Dedra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2000 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Lancia Dedra. (127 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Lancia Dedra. 2000 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1999 Lancia Dedra has manual transmission. 1999 Lancia Dedra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Step Wagon | 1999 Lancia Dedra | |
| Make | Honda | Lancia |
| Model | Step Wagon | Dedra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
