2011 Nissan Murano vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic 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 152 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Nissan Murano | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Nissan | Honda |
| Model | Murano | Civic |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1192 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4823 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2824 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 50 L |
