2001 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 8 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream.
Because 2009 Suzuki SX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki SX4 will offer significantly more control. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Stream | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
