2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1995 Renault 19
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Renault 19. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Renault 19 would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1995 Renault 19. (79 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Renault 19. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 864 kg more than 1995 Renault 19. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Renault 19. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Renault 19. (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Renault 19.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1995 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | 19 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
