2000 GMC Sierra vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 GMC Sierra. (197 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 GMC Sierra. 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, 2000 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GMC Sierra | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | GMC | Nissan |
| Model | Sierra | Murano |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
