1994 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier 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 125 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 342 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Murano |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2189 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
