2005 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Terracan would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (144 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 100 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
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 Hyundai Terracan (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (334 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano. 2006 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2005 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2005 Hyundai Terracan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Hyundai Terracan | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Hyundai | Nissan |
Model | Terracan | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 3507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 144 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |