2009 Honda Stream vs. 2005 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (131 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 256 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, 2005 Hyundai Sonata (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2005 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Stream | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
