2005 Honda Stream vs. 1999 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2005 Honda Stream is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. Both 2005 Honda Stream and 1999 Nissan X-Trail are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Stream (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (146 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Stream weights approximately 168 kg more than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Stream. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2005 Honda Stream (192 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan X-Trail. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Stream | 1999 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
