2002 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (155 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2002 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 45 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.
Because 2007 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Stream. (150 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Stream. 2007 Toyota Highlander 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 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Stream | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Highlander |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 150 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |