2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Porsche Boxster would be higher. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 121 kg more than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2008 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Honda | Porsche |
| Model | Stream | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
