2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 321 kg more than 2002 Honda CR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1821 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 58 L |
