2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo would be higher. At 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo. (305 Nm). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Monte Carlo | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Monte Carlo | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 82 L |
