1997 Honda Prelude vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1997 Honda Prelude. (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Prelude.
Because 2007 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, 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 (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Prelude | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2830 mm |