2008 Honda Stream vs. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2003 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
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, 2003 Vauxhall Vectra (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2003 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Honda | Vauxhall |
| Model | Stream | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
