2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 615 kg more than 2008 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda CR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Nissan Murano (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda CR-V | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Honda | Nissan |
| Model | CR-V | Murano |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
