2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Saturn Astra

To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Saturn Astra 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 14 more horse power than 2008 Saturn Astra. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 191 kg more than 2008 Saturn Astra. 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, 2009 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Saturn Astra. (171 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Saturn Astra.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Honda Stream 2008 Saturn Astra
Make Honda Saturn
Model Stream Astra
Year Released 2009 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 1799 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 154 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 192 Nm 171 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1476 kg 1285 kg
Vehicle Length 4580 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1600 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2620 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 46 L


 

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