2007 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 412 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | Civic | Murano |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 334 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1383 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |