2011 Honda Stream vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 BMW 3 Series. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Honda Stream | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Stream | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 61 L |
