2005 Acura NSX vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura NSX would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura NSX (286 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 Acura NSX.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura NSX. (305 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura NSX | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Acura | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3179 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |