2009 Honda Stream vs. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (251 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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, 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora (353 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1998 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Honda | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Stream | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
