2000 Holden Commodore vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Holden Commodore. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 225 kg more than 2000 Holden Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Commodore. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Commodore | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Commodore | Murano |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 246 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2860 mm |