2001 Honda Stream vs. 2006 Honda Element
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 5 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 556 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream.
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, 2006 Honda Element (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 2006 Honda Element | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Stream | Element |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |