1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 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 (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 415 kg more than 1997 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 1997 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 (328 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Prelude | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2155 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 328 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 81 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 | 1381 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |