1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 GMC Typhoon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 56 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1993 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 GMC Typhoon | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Typhoon | Murano |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2810 mm |
