2002 Honda Step Wagon vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier is newer by 8 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 489 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 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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, 2010 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Step Wagon. (119 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Step Wagon | 2010 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Step Wagon | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1329 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
