2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 516 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (211 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Murano | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Nissan | Volkswagen |
Model | Murano | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 211 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 86.4 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |