2009 Honda Stream vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 262 kg more than 2009 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (192 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Murano |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
