2005 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 4 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 727 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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, 2009 Hyundai Terracan (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2009 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2009 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2009 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Stream | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| 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 | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
