2009 Honda Stream vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Versa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 183 kg more than 2011 Nissan Versa. 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 Versa (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Versa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Stream | Versa |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 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 | 1434 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4295 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
