2005 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 370 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Stream | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
