2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, both 2002 Honda Step Wagon and 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda Step 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 Mazda 6 (168 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda 6 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 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Step Wagon | 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1420 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
