2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2003 Honda Accord
To start off, 2003 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 59 kg more than 2003 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Accord. 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, 2003 Honda Accord (192 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2003 Honda Accord | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | Accord |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2680 mm |