2004 Toyota Corolla vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2010 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Corolla. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Corolla | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Toyota | Nissan |
| Model | Corolla | Murano |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4788 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 82 L |
