2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2002 Vauxhall Monaro
To start off, 2004 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Monaro would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (383 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 136 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Vauxhall Monaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2002 Vauxhall Monaro (510 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Vauxhall Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2002 Vauxhall Monaro | |
| Make | Nissan | Vauxhall |
| Model | Murano | Monaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 75 L |
