2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2001 Honda Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Z would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 910 kg more than 2001 Honda Z. 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2001 Honda Z | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Z |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 35 L |
