2009 Honda Stream vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter is newer by 4 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (261 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 94 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter (279 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Stream | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
Make | Honda | Porsche |
Model | Stream | Boxter |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.5 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 262 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1979 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1282 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2475 mm |