2005 Chevrolet Astro vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Astro is newer by 8 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), 2005 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Astro should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 500 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 2005 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Step Wagon. (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Astro | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Astro | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Minivan | 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 | 187 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 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 |