2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2006 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2006 Subaru Justy is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Justy (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Justy weights approximately 165 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 2006 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Justy 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, 2002 Honda Step Wagon (119 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Justy. 2002 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Justy has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Justy 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 | 2006 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Step Wagon | Justy |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1005 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
