2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Murano | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
