2004 Ford Ranger vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 Ford Ranger 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 242 kg more than 2004 Ford Ranger.
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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Ranger | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Honda |
Model | Ranger | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 185 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2810 mm |