2002 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Mazda 2
To start off, 2007 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 2007 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Honda Stream (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Stream | 2007 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | 2 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
