2008 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Sentra. (140 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 124 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra. 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, 2011 Nissan Sentra (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Stream | Sentra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1351 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4567 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1791 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1511 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |