2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2012 Honda Stream
To start off, both 2012 Mazda 3 and 2012 Honda Stream were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 3 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Stream weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3.
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, 2012 Mazda 3 (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 3 | 2012 Honda Stream | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | 3 | Stream |
Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |