2001 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2007 Nissan Micra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,667 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Micra. (87 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Micra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Nissan Micra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Honda Stream (149 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Micra. (129 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Stream | 2007 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Micra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1667 cc | 1386 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 46 L |
