2005 Honda Stream vs. 1996 Suzuki Vitara

To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 1996 Suzuki Vitara are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. (86 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 68 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1996 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Suzuki Vitara (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.

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