2009 Honda S2000 vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 1 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 620 kg more than 2009 Honda S2000.
Because 2008 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda S2000. 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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda S2000 | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Honda | Nissan |
Model | S2000 | Murano |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 82 L |