2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon

To start off, both 2002 Honda Step Wagon and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon were released in the same year (2002). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 20 kg more than 2002 Kia Pride Wagon. 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, 2002 Kia Pride Wagon (136 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. 2002 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2002 Kia Pride Wagon has manual transmission. 2002 Kia Pride Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Honda Step Wagon 2002 Kia Pride Wagon
Make Honda Kia
Model Step Wagon Pride Wagon
Year Released 2002 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1324 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 63 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 136 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 820 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2350 mm


 

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