2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 2012 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2012 Nissan Murano is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee would be higher. At 4,703 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (230 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Because 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (394 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan Murano. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 2012 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Grand Cherokee | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4703 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 82 L |