2005 Audi TT vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Step Wagon would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Audi TT.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2005 Audi TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi TT has manual transmission. 2005 Audi TT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Honda |
| Model | TT | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
