2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda 5 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 254 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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, 2007 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Mazda | Honda |
| Model | 5 | Stream |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
