2008 Honda Stream vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 993 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 306 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Porsche 993 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 1994 Porsche 993. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Stream | 993 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2280 mm |
