2001 Honda Fit vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Fit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Fit would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Murano weights approximately 836 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2012 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Fit | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Fit | Murano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1826 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |