2004 Honda Accord vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 217 kg more than 2004 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Accord | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Accord | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 82 L |