2008 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 3 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 298 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1177 kg |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
