2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2003 Toyota Condor

To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 655 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.

Because 2003 Toyota Condor is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Toyota Condor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda Step Wagon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor
Make Honda Toyota
Model Step Wagon Condor
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2438 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 67 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 196 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 840 kg 1495 kg
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 70 L


 

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