2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 10 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 800 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.

Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Suburban 1996 Honda Step Wagon
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Suburban Step Wagon
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 1972 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 282 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.9 mm 88 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 6 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2250 kg 1450 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4610 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1930 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2810 mm


 

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