2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2004 Nissan Murano

To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 223 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Murano (328 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Colorado 2004 Nissan Murano
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model Colorado Murano
Year Released 2005 2004
Body Type Pickup Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2768 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 175 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.3:1
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1573 kg 1796 kg
Vehicle Length 5270 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.7 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.2 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 82 L


 

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