2006 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1997 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 9 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 20 kg more than 1997 Honda Step Wagon.
Because 1997 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 1997 Honda Step Wagon (186 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Aveo | 1997 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Aveo | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |