2006 BMW 645 vs. 2003 Honda Stream
To start off, 2006 BMW 645 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 645 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2003 Honda Stream. (127 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 645 weights approximately 526 kg more than 2003 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 645 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 2006 BMW 645. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2006 BMW 645 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Stream. (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 645 | 2003 Honda Stream | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 645 | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
