2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Colorado 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 157 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.
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 (310 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Colorado | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1713 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |