2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 1 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Optra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Optra (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Optra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Optra | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Optra | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
