2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2009 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2009 Nissan Murano is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2005 Ford Excursion. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Excursion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1773 kg more than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Murano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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 Excursion (475 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Murano. (336 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Excursion | 2009 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | Excursion | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 475 Nm | 336 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 82 L |