2008 Honda NSX vs. 2011 Honda Stream
To start off, 2011 Honda Stream is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2011 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Stream weights approximately 30 kg more than 2008 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Stream, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Honda NSX (298 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda NSX | 2011 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Honda | Honda |
| Model | NSX | Stream |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
