2005 Honda Stream vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 5 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 2010 Honda Civic are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Civic (198 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic.
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, 2010 Honda Civic (193 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2010 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Civic |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| 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 | 198 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 11:01 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1267 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4276 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1445 mm |
