2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Honda Element
To start off, 2011 Honda Element is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano 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 79 more horse power than 2011 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Honda Element. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Element. (218 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2011 Honda Element | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Element |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1736 kg | 1606 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1788 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 60 L |
