2009 Saturn Astra vs. 2010 Honda Stream
To start off, 2010 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saturn Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saturn Astra would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Astra. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 132 kg more than 2009 Saturn Astra. 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, 2010 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Astra. (170 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saturn Astra | 2010 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Saturn | Honda |
| Model | Astra | Stream |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
