2009 Honda Stream vs. 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 49 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 96 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2008 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
| Make | Honda | Volkswagen |
| Model | Stream | New Beetle |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
