2005 Ford Fiesta vs. 2002 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Stream weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2002 Honda Stream (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (137 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Fiesta | 2002 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Ford | Honda |
| Model | Fiesta | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 994 kg | 1310 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
