2005 Buick Rainier vs. 2007 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2007 Nissan Murano is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Rainier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Rainier would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Murano. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Buick Rainier is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Buick Rainier. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Rainier (387 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (331 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rainier | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Rainier | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 387 Nm | 331 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |