2004 Nissan Murano vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 274 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Murano | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murano | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1796 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 68 L |
