2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream.
Because 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2008 Honda Element 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. 2008 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Element |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
