2003 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 2007 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Stream | A |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
