2002 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION is newer by 3 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 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Stream | 2005 Saturn ION | |
| Make | Honda | Saturn |
| Model | Stream | ION |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |
