2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,357 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Murano. (231 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 500 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (310 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Silverado | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5357 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 310 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5740 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |