1996 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1996 Honda Prelude. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 505 kg more than 1996 Honda Prelude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda Prelude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Prelude. (214 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 246 HP |
Torque | 214 Nm | 323 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2860 mm |