2008 Honda Stream vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1636 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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 2012 Toyota Sequoia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Stream | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 543 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 2750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1956 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3099 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |