2002 Mazda Premacy vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Nissan Murano is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (246 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (334 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Premacy. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Premacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Premacy | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | Premacy | Murano |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 246 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 82 L |
