2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 634 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
