2005 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Express. (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 652 kg more than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (447 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Murano. (360 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Express | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
