1999 Hyundai Lantra vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Hyundai Lantra would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (67 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 720 kg more than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Hyundai Lantra. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Hyundai Lantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Hyundai Lantra | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
| Model | Lantra | Murano |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
