2009 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Stream 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 25 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Insight weights approximately 121 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, 2011 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 2011 Honda Insight | |
Make | Honda | Honda |
Model | Stream | Insight |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |