1999 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Civic 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 (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1999 Honda Civic. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 760 kg more than 1999 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (360 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Civic | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Murano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |