1996 Honda Ballade vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Honda Ballade. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Ballade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 674 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Ballade | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Ballade | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 82 L |