2008 Honda Stream vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 210 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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. 2006 Hyundai Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Stream | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
