1996 Morgan 4 vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Morgan 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Morgan 4 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1996 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 660 kg more than 1996 Morgan 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Morgan 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Morgan 4. (161 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Morgan 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Morgan 4 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Morgan | Nissan |
| Model | 4 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |
