2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 154 kg more than 2012 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream. 2001 Buick Blackhawk has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Buick Blackhawk will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Blackhawk | Stream |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 109.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |