2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 245 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Murano | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 87 L |
