1996 Honda Shuttle vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (146 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 227 kg more than 1996 Honda Shuttle. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Shuttle. (198 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Honda Shuttle | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Shuttle | Murano |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2157 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |