2005 Ford F-150 vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Ford F-150. (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 835 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Because 2006 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford F-150 | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Ford | Nissan |
Model | F-150 | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 82 L |