2010 Honda Stream vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Stream weights approximately 184 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Honda Stream | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | Stream | Insight |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
