2005 Honda Z vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 910 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Z | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Z | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 61 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 82 L |