2004 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Murano. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 723 kg more than 2011 Nissan Murano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Volkswagen Touareg | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Volkswagen | Nissan |
Model | Touareg | Murano |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | W | V |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2544 kg | 1821 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 82 L |