2002 Honda Life vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Life 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 182 more horse power than 2002 Honda Life. (63 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 878 kg more than 2002 Honda Life. 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 241 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Life. (93 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Life | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | Life | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1738 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 82 L |
