2008 Honda Stream vs. 1999 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Yaris. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Yaris would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 149 kg more than 1999 Toyota Yaris. 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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Yaris. (131 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 1999 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1364 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
