2000 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 13 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 613 kg more than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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 | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Step Wagon | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 2065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 5255 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1976 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1808 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3100 mm |