2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1996 Toyota Supra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Supra weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Toyota Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Murano | 1996 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | Supra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
