2005 Ford Econoline vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Ford Econoline 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2005 Ford Econoline. (197 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Econoline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Econoline weights approximately 519 kg more than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Econoline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano 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 Ford Econoline (338 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Murano. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Econoline | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Ford | Nissan |
| Model | Econoline | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Van | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2325 kg | 1806 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2830 mm |
