1998 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 706 kg more than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Nissan Rasheen | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Rasheen | Murano |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 1497 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2830 mm |