2009 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Honda Stream
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. Both 2009 Honda Civic and 2005 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Civic (198 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (160 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 102 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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, 2009 Honda Civic (194 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2005 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2005 Honda Stream | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Civic | Stream |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 194 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |