2005 Honda Stream vs. 2002 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 580 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2002 Honda Life | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Stream | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |