2009 Honda Stream vs. 1999 Honda Civic

To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Civic (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 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 Stream (154 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (152 Nm). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Stream 1999 Honda Civic
Make Honda Honda
Model Stream Civic
Year Released 2009 1999
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1668 cc 1000 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 123 HP 160 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 154 Nm 152 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1434 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4450 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2630 mm


 

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