2000 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda HR-V 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 132 more horse power than 2000 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 616 kg more than 2000 Honda HR-V. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda HR-V | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | HR-V | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 82 L |
