2009 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 44 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.
Because 2004 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V 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, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2359 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 | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
