2011 Renault Duster vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, 2012 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Renault Duster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Renault Duster would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Renault Duster | 2012 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Renault | Honda |
| Model | Duster | Stream |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 11.1 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 | 1200 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4315 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1822 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2673 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
