2005 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Spark and 2005 Honda Stream were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (51 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 652 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Spark. (69 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Spark | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Spark | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 776 kg | 1428 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |
