1998 Honda Today vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today 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 198 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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 (334 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Today | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
