2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Opel Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Opel Zafira would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Opel Zafira. (149 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Zafira weights approximately 152 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream.
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, 2008 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream. 2008 Opel Zafira 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 Opel Zafira will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Honda | Opel |
Model | Stream | Zafira |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |