2002 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 230 kg more than 2002 Honda Stream. 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (231 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream. 2007 Nissan Altima has automatic transmission and 2002 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2002 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Altima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Stream | 2007 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Stream | Altima |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |