2005 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Charger is newer by 6 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Charger (370 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Charger weights approximately 489 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 2011 Dodge Charger 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 2011 Dodge Charger. 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, 2011 Dodge Charger (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2011 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Honda | Dodge |
| Model | Stream | Charger |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
