Especificaciones y análisis del Honda Stream
Power
156HP
Torque
192Nm
Consumption
8.6l/100
Emissions
-g/km
0-100 km/h
9.3s
Top Speed
205km/h
Weight
1427kg
Price
23,500€
Technical summary
Gasolina
Manual 5v
FWD
7 / 5 doors
435 L
55 L
115 kW
Current
Technical specifications
Engine
Capacities
Detailed analysis of the Honda Stream 2.0 ES i-VTEC · 156 CV (2001-2004)
General description
The 2001 Honda Stream was not just any minivan; it was Honda's answer for the family man or woman who refused to give up the joy of driving. In an era dominated by practical but bland vehicles, the Stream burst onto the scene with the soul of a sports car, encapsulated in a versatile seven-seater body and powered by the legendary 2.0 i-VTEC engine.
Driving experience
Getting behind the wheel of the Stream is rediscovering a lost connection. Its 156 horsepower are not lazy; they ask to be unleashed at high revs, where the i-VTEC system unleashes its magic with an intoxicating sound. The five-speed manual gearbox is precise and makes you a participant in the drive. Despite its size, it feels agile and planted on the road thanks to a well-tuned suspension, offering a confidence that few minivans of its time could provide.
Design and aesthetics
Its design is a clever fusion of a sports wagon and a minivan. It doesn't shout, it whispers. Its fluid lines and low profile for the segment give it a dynamic elegance that has aged with dignity. It's a functional aesthetic, designed for the family, but with that sharp, distinctive Honda touch that sets it apart from monotony and makes you feel like you're driving something special.
Technology and features
The real technological gem lies under the hood. The 2.0 i-VTEC engine was an advanced piece of engineering for its time, capable of offering an astonishing duality: smoothness and efficiency at low revs, and an explosive and exciting power delivery in the upper range of the rev counter. Added to this is a chassis with independent rear suspension, a technical solution that prioritized dynamic behavior over cost, a detail that defines the brand's philosophy.
Competition
While rivals like the Opel Zafira or the Renault Scénic focused almost exclusively on modularity and interior space, the Honda Stream played in another emotional league. It competed in practicality but defeated them in character. It offered a passionate alternative to the pragmatism of a Toyota Corolla Verso or a Volkswagen Touran, attracting those who were looking for more than just a family means of transport.
Conclusion
The Honda Stream is more than a car; it's a statement of intent. It's proof that functionality doesn't have to be at odds with emotion. It represents a golden age of Honda engineering, creating a reliable, spacious, and, above all, a vehicle with a strongly beating heart. A car to remember, that brings a smile to your face both on a holiday trip and on a winding road.