2005 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo V50 would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 2004 Volvo V50 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Volvo V50. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 3 kg more than 2004 Volvo V50. 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, 2004 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2004 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Honda | Volvo |
| Model | Stream | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| 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 | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
