2003 Honda Avancier vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Avancier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Avancier 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 83 more horse power than 2003 Honda Avancier. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Avancier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 250 kg more than 2003 Honda Avancier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Avancier. (205 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Avancier.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda Avancier | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Avancier | Murano |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2254 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 82 L |