2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2009 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 241 kg more than 2009 Honda Stream. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2009 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Equinox | Stream |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1717 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
