2004 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 Acura MDX is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Acura MDX weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Acura MDX (332 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Acura MDX | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2810 mm |