2005 Honda Stream vs. 1997 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Patrol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Patrol would be higher. At 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Patrol. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Patrol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 548 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream.
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, 1997 Nissan Patrol (225 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2005 Honda Stream has automatic transmission and 1997 Nissan Patrol has manual transmission. 1997 Nissan Patrol will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Honda Stream will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1997 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Patrol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2826 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
