2002 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Volkswagen Polo (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Stream | 2004 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
Model | Stream | Polo |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |