2006 Honda Jazz vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 386 kg more than 2006 Honda Jazz. 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Jazz | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Jazz | Stream |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 55 L |
