2005 Honda Stream vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 2000 Renault Spider are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2000 Renault Spider. (141 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2000 Renault Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 438 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Renault Spider is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2000 Renault Spider | |
Make | Honda | Renault |
Model | Stream | Spider |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |