2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Pontiac GTO is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 106 kg more than 2005 Pontiac GTO.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2005 Pontiac GTO (536 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2005 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Murano | GTO |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
