2009 Nissan Murano vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (190 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (248 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Murano | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Accord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1849 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
