2009 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1998 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 11 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 41 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1998 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Kalos | 1998 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Kalos | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 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 |
