2001 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
