2001 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 227 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Cavalier | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Cavalier | Murano |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 82 L |
