2002 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Mazda 3
To start off, 2007 Mazda 3 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 119 kg more than 2007 Mazda 3.
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, 2007 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Stream | 2007 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | 3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
