2008 Honda Stream vs. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 400 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Honda Stream 2000 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Honda Chevrolet
Model Stream Corvette
Year Released 2008 2000
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 5666 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 350 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 488 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 276 km/hour
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1114 kg 1514 kg
Vehicle Length 4290 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1220 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 14.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 53 L


 

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