2005 Honda Stream vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (408 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 38 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 2012 Porsche 911 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 2012 Porsche 911. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Stream | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1671 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 408 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4435 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 67 L |