2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1957 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (33 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1957 Renault Dauphine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 908 kg more than 1957 Renault Dauphine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Renault Dauphine. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (335 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Renault Dauphine. (45 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Renault Dauphine.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1957 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Nissan | Renault |
| Model | Murano | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 38 L |
