2005 Honda NSX vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda NSX would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Honda NSX. (241 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda NSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 276 kg more than 2005 Honda NSX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda NSX is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda NSX. (285 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda NSX.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda NSX | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | NSX | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |