2003 Honda Stream vs. 2000 Mazda 626
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Mazda 626. (100 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2000 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda 626 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream.
Because 2000 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda 626 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, 2000 Mazda 626 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Stream | 2000 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Stream | 626 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 74 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |