1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 224 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Murano |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 512 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1799 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |