2005 Mazda Spiano vs. 2005 Nissan Murano
To start off, both 2005 Mazda Spiano and 2005 Nissan Murano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Spiano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Murano weights approximately 1090 kg more than 2005 Mazda Spiano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Murano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Spiano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Nissan Murano (310 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Spiano. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Spiano.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Spiano | 2005 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | Spiano | Murano |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 658 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2830 mm |