2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1996 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Previa. (132 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 180 kg more than 1996 Toyota Previa. 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 1996 Toyota Previa. 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 (334 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Previa. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Murano | 1996 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
