1989 Ferrari Mondial vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 60 kg more than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ferrari Mondial. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ferrari Mondial.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari Mondial | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | Mondial | Murano |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3186 cc | 3506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |
