2005 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Toyota RAV4 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. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 2008 Toyota RAV4 are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 106 kg more than 2008 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2008 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2008 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| 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 | 160 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1334 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |
