2006 Honda Element vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2006 Honda Element. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 254 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Honda Element is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Element. (217 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Element | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Element | Murano |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Crossover | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 96.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1738 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 82 L |