2005 Infiniti I 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 Infiniti I. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Infiniti I 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 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti I. (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti I. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Murano weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Infiniti I. 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 Infiniti I. 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 (318 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti I. (271 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti I. 2007 Nissan Murano has automatic transmission and 2005 Infiniti I has manual transmission. 2005 Infiniti I will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Nissan Murano will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti I | 2007 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Infiniti | Nissan |
| Model | I | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2960 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 224 HP | 231 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
