2008 Honda Stream vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 416 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2007 Nissan Frontier has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Stream will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Frontier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Stream | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
