2011 Nissan Murano vs. 1998 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 13 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 211 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 1998 Holden Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Holden Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 1998 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | Nissan | Holden |
| Model | Murano | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2950 mm |
