2008 Acura MDX vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 12 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Step Wagon. (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Step Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura MDX | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | MDX | Step Wagon |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2810 mm |