2004 GMC Safari vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2004 GMC Safari is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (191 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Safari weights approximately 343 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 GMC Safari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon 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, 2004 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Safari | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Van | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1793 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2810 mm |
