2009 Kia Sorento vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Kia Sorento. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Kia Sorento would be higher. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sorento. (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sorento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sorento weights approximately 589 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream.
Because 2009 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sorento 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 Kia Sorento (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sorento | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Kia | Honda |
| Model | Sorento | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2065 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
