2007 Audi A4 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 11 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (161 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 16 kg more than 2007 Audi A4.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A4. 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, 2007 Audi A4 (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi A4 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Audi | Honda |
Model | A4 | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |