2002 Jeep Liberty vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Jeep Liberty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Jeep Liberty would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (210 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Jeep Liberty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Jeep Liberty. (320 Nm). This means 2006 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Jeep Liberty.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jeep Liberty | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Liberty | Murano |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 334 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |