2005 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Life. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Life 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 (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1998 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 950 kg more than 1998 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Life 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 (339 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Life. (57 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Murano | 1998 Honda Life | |
Make | Nissan | Honda |
Model | Murano | Life |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 246 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 57 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |