1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1992 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 224 kg more than 1992 Dodge Spirit. 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Dodge Spirit. (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Dodge | Nissan |
| Model | Spirit | Murano |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
