2004 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Murano weights approximately 293 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2009 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Corvette | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1577 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |