2005 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner 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 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2011 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Honda | Toyota |
| Model | Stream | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
