2008 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Murano 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 91 more horse power than 2012 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 687 kg more than 2012 Honda Civic. 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 2012 Honda Civic. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Civic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1183 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
