2004 Nissan Terrano II vs. 2008 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Terrano II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Terrano II would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Murano weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. 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, 2008 Nissan Murano (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Nissan Terrano II | 2008 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Nissan | Nissan |
Model | Terrano II | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2388 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |