2008 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Honda FR-V
To start off, both 2008 Honda Stream and 2008 Honda FR-V were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 9 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2008 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | FR-V |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1466 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
