2000 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 60 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Malibu (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Malibu | Stream |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2680 mm |
