2003 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2008 Fiat Croma is newer by 5 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Croma weights approximately 275 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream. 2008 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2003 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2003 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 2008 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Honda | Fiat |
| Model | Stream | Croma |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
