2004 Fiat Idea vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Idea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Idea would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 34 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Idea | Stream |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
