2005 Jaguar XKR vs. 2004 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Murano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Murano would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Murano. (245 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Murano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Murano weights approximately 56 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XKR.
Because 2004 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Jaguar XKR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Murano. (328 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XKR | 2004 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XKR | Murano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 82 L |
