2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2005 Audi A4. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 264 kg more than 2005 Audi A4. 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, 2005 Nissan Murano (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Audi | Nissan |
Model | A4 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 310 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |