2004 Honda Element vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (153 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 333 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Element. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (318 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (220 Nm). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda Element | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 318 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1537 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |