2001 Honda Stream vs. 2010 Alpina B3
To start off, 2010 Alpina B3 is newer by 9 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 2001 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Alpina B3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 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, 2010 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Stream. (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Stream. 2010 Alpina B3 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. 2010 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Stream | 2010 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Honda | Alpina |
Model | Stream | B3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |