2005 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Stream would be higher. At 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 2005 Honda Stream. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 14 kg more than 2005 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Stream. 2009 Nissan Armada has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Armada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Stream | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Stream | Armada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5551 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 106 L |