2004 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 449 kg more than 2011 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Volkswagen Passat | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Honda |
| Model | Passat | Stream |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
