2008 Honda Stream vs. 2006 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 390 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 2006 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton 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 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2006 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Stream | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
