2009 Honda Insight vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Insight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Insight would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Insight weights approximately 160 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
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, 2011 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Insight | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Insight | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
