2005 Honda Stream vs. 2000 Holden Vectra
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Vectra (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 82 kg more than 2000 Holden Vectra.
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, 2000 Holden Vectra (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2000 Holden Vectra has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Holden Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2000 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Holden |
| Model | Stream | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1671 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
