2005 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata
To start off, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 480 kg more than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Because 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata. 2005 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Stream | MX-5 Miata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 48 L |
