2005 Nissan Murano vs 2006 Honda Pilot?

Found two SUV s I'm considering.

2005 Nissan Murano SL with 115k miles, they are asking $5,500. AND

2006 Honda Pilot EX with 122K miles they are asking $6,500.

Like the thought of spending less on the Murano for lower miles, but Pilot has a lot of upsides I like also. Need Car peoples thoughts! Go!

Both are average choices but out of the two I would pick the Honda. The Nissan should have the CVT transmission. Those are known to have problems and are very expensive to fix.

The problem with either is if the motor or transmission goes out, you're looking at a $3500 rebuild.

Do you have that set aside?

Get the Honda for sure. It will easily make it to 200,000 miles with no major repairs if it has been service regularly.