2002 Honda Stream vs. 2008 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 694 kg more than 2002 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2008 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Stream | 2008 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Stream | Kyron |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
