2001 Honda Fit vs. 1999 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 460 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 1999 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Fit | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2810 mm |