2005 Honda Stream vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 308 kg more than 2012 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2012 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Fit |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1132 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
