2006 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2006 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 8 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 325 kg more than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Honda Step Wagon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Daihatsu Terios. 1998 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 2006 Daihatsu Terios has manual transmission. 2006 Daihatsu Terios 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:
| 2006 Daihatsu Terios | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Honda |
| Model | Terios | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2810 mm |
