1993 Cadillac Allante vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Cadillac Allante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Cadillac Allante would be higher. At 4,563 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Allante (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 418 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Cadillac Allante. 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, 1993 Cadillac Allante (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Cadillac Allante | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Cadillac | Nissan |
| Model | Allante | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4563 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1708 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2830 mm |
