2008 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 273 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 2011 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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, 2011 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2011 Volkswagen CC 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. 2011 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stream | CC |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
