2003 Holden Statesman vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Statesman (316 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Statesman weights approximately 274 kg more than 2010 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Holden Statesman is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Holden Statesman. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Holden Statesman (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Statesman | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Holden | Honda |
| Model | Statesman | Stream |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
