2008 Fiat Punto vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Fiat Punto is newer by 3 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Punto. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 400 kg more than 2008 Fiat Punto. 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Punto. (181 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Punto. 2005 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Punto | 2005 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Fiat | Honda |
| Model | Punto | Stream |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
