2005 Holden Barina 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 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Holden Barina would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Murano (240 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2005 Holden Barina. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 480 kg more than 2005 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Holden Barina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Nissan Murano (332 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Barina. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Barina | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Holden | Nissan |
Model | Barina | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 332 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2830 mm |