2001 Alpina B 10 vs. 1995 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2001 Alpina B 10 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Alpina B 10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alpina B 10 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alpina B 10 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alpina B 10 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alpina B 10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2001 Alpina B 10 (490 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Alpina B 10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Step Wagon. 1995 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2001 Alpina B 10 has manual transmission. 2001 Alpina B 10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Alpina B 10 | 1995 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Alpina | Honda |
Model | B 10 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2810 mm |