2008 Kia Sportage vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2008 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Sportage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Sportage weights approximately 211 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
Because 2008 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Kia Sportage 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, 2008 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Kia Sportage | 2011 Honda Stream | |
Make | Kia | Honda |
Model | Sportage | Stream |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1687 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 55 L |