2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 289 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2009 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2008 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Honda | Suzuki |
| Model | Stream | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
