2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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 81 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 350 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Nissan | Suzuki |
| Model | Murano | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 55 L |
