2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 12 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 2000 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Civic. 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) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Step Wagon | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Step Wagon | Civic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 87.3 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
