1999 Honda NSX vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 500 kg more than 1999 Honda NSX.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda NSX. (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Murano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |