1997 Jeep Wrangler vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Wrangler. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Wrangler would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Murano weights approximately 80 kg more than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Nissan Murano (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Wrangler. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Wrangler.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Jeep Wrangler | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Wrangler | Murano |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |