2008 Honda Stream vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream would be higher. 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 56 more horse power than 2010 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 240 kg more than 2010 Honda Insight. 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Insight |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
