2006 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,506 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 540 kg more than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Nissan Murano | 1998 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
Model | Murano | Vitara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 334 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 42 L |