2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1995 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Celica. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 775 kg more than 1995 Toyota Celica. 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 Toyota Celica. 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 (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Celica. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1995 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
