2000 Chevrolet Express vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 586 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Express | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1744 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2960 mm |
